Following the launch of online sports betting in New York on 8 January, Louisiana’s online sportsbooks are expected to begin taking legal wagers on 28 January.
Online sports betting will be available in 55 of the state’s 64 parishes that approved the legislation, back in November 2020.
Charles Gillespie, Chief Executive Officer, Gambling.com Group, commented: “There has already been a tremendous amount of momentum for the online gaming industry in 2022, as Louisiana will join New York in launching mobile sports betting this month.
“Louisiana has a rich sporting history – both professionally and at college level – and our dedicated team of journalists, analysts and handicappers will give Louisiana sports fans the best chance to succeed in what will be one of the more exciting sports betting markets in the country.”
With the first four approved online sportsbooks in New York – DraftKings, Caesars Entertainment, FanDuel and Rush Street Interactive – taking $600m in bets across the first eight days, Gambling.com believes the signs are positive ahead of Louisiana’s launch later this month.
Caroline Smart, Vice President, Gambling.com Group, said: “Louisiana allowing several sportsbooks to take legal sports bets in advance of the NFL conference championship games, and the Super Bowl, is a win for sports bettors in the state. With an open, free-market approach and a reasonable tax rate, sports betting operators will bring the best products and experiences to Louisiana.
“The Group is well positioned through its US-facing brands, including Gambling.com, Bookies.com and Rotowire.com, to provide sports bettors in the state with expert picks, real-time odds comparisons, online sportsbook reviews and the latest news.”
